Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Widnes. Evening classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll have an initial assessment after applying to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed to support teachers and pupils in school settings, and runs over one year part-time. This is a free teaching assistant course for adults aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support pupils' learning under the direction of a teacher
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues
You'll explore child development and how it affects learning in the classroom
You'll learn how to help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant
You'll develop skills to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at Riverside College Kingsway Campus on an evening timetable. Assessment is based on coursework and practical tasks completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and skills. There are no formal written exams. Your progress will be reviewed regularly to keep your learning on track.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day-to-day in school
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs
Classroom assistant: help manage resources and activities in primary or secondary schools
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in Reception and nursery settings
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: moves you toward a teaching or training role
Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants: deepens your classroom expertise and can support career progression within schools
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools: a more comprehensive qualification for those working with pupils with complex needs
CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning: another recognised route for experienced teaching assistants looking to progress
